bundle of His en · NOUN
Etymology
Named for Swiss cardiologist Wilhelm His, Jr., who discovered the function of these cells in 1893.
Meanings
- Specialized heart muscle cells that transmit electrical impulses from the AV node in the heart to the muscle cells of the heart wall, which contract in response producing the heart beat.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bundles of His | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
atrioventricular bundle · AV bundle · His bundle
Translations (2)
fi Hisin kimppu (specialized bundle of heart muscle cells) · fi eteis-kammiokimppu (specialized bundle of heart muscle cells)